Psychological assessment involves the gathering and incorporation of psychology-related data for the purpose of making a formal psychological evaluation.

It is accomplished through the use of tools such as tests, interviews, case studies, behavioural observation, etc.

Psychological testing is always performed by a licensed psychologist and mostly consists of paper-and-pencil tests.

They are done to help a psychologist better understand an individual and provide important insights into the individual’s behaviour, skills, thoughts and personality.